Montreal d-man prospect Adam Engstrom (2022 3rd round, 92nd overall) is having a fantastic season for Laval in the AHL. The left-shot d-man has totaled 33 points (10G 23A) in 40 games with the Rocket, to go along with his 11-game stint with the big club earlier this season. In addition to his offensive production, Engstrom also is steadily improving his performance in the defensive zone, although his skating remains a work in progress. Look for the 22-year-old to be a most welcomed full-time addition to the Habs’ blueline in the near future, most likely in 2026-27.
New York Islanders forward prospect Jacob Kvasnicka (2025 7th round, 202nd overall) has transitioned from an afterthought to a most important piece in leading Penticton of the WHL to a playoff berth. Kvasnicka has garnered 75 points (33G 42A) in 56 games so far this season for the Vees, and is the team leader in points. Also, he is just the second rookie in the WHL this season to score more than 30 goals. In addition to his offense, his raw speed and compete level have led to him becoming a very reliable two-way player. He will attend the University of Minnesota in 2026-27.
Utah forward prospect Caleb Desnoyers (2025 1st round, 4th overall) is turning heads after recovering from off-season surgery to both wrists. In 35 games this season for Moncton in the QMJHL, he has registered 62 points (18G 44A), including 16 points in his last 6 games. Also, he tallied 6 assists in 7 games for Team Canada at this year’s World Junior Championship. He is on pace to be in Utah full-time in 2027-28, perhaps even competing for a roster spot with the Mammoth next season.
Philadelphia d-man Christian Kyrou (DAL 2022 2nd round, 50th overall) has flourished since being acquired by the Flyers on Oct. 30. In 40 games with Lehigh Valley in the AHL (he has played in 44 AHL games this season), Kyrou has 28 points, already surpassing his career-best 23 points with the Texas Stars in 2023-24. For his efforts, Kyrou was named to the AHL’s all-star team earlier this season, and has become the Phantoms’ power-play quarterback.
Detroit forward prospect Eddie Genborg (2025 2nd round, 44th overall) is having an excellent year both with his SHL pro team and internationally. Already considered a very physical two-way player, Genborg has appeared frequently on the score sheet this year as well. He has 21 points (9G 12A) in 37 games for Timra IK, good for top 25 in all-time SHL scoring by an 18-year-old. Also, he garnered 8 points (3G 5A) in helping the Swedes to a gold medal at this year’s WJC. Currently, he is the Red Wings 16th-ranked prospect per Elite Prospects. My belief is that he is very underrated, he is a top 10 prospect.